--- title: "2014-2018 Subaru Forester Wipers: 26\" and 17\"" description: "The 2014-2018 Subaru Forester takes a 26-inch driver-side blade and a 17-inch passenger-side blade. The rear wiper is 14 inches. Includes connector type and whether a longer blade will fit." url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/wipers" updated: "2026-08-21" --- # 2014-2018 Subaru Forester Wiper Blade Sizes The 2014-2018 Subaru Forester takes a 26-inch driver-side blade and a 17-inch passenger-side blade. The rear wiper is 14 inches. Includes connector type and whether a longer blade will fit. **Quick answer**: The 2014-2018 Subaru Forester takes a 26" driver-side and 17" passenger-side wiper blade, plus a 14" rear blade. ## 2014-2018 Subaru Forester blade lengths and fitment (High confidence) | Position | Length | | --- | --- | | Driver side | 26 in | | Passenger side | 17 in | | Rear | 14 in | Note: Consistent across 2014-2018 per multiple owner and parts-fitment sources. ## Which Subaru Forester model years does this cover? These wiper blades specifications apply to every Subaru Forester built from 2014 through 2018, the SJ (4th generation), compact crossover suv. Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. - [2014 Forester](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014) - [2015 Forester](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2015) - [2016 Forester](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2016) - [2017 Forester](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2017) - [2018 Forester](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2018) ## What changed during the 2014-2018 Subaru Forester | Years | What changed | | --- | --- | | 2014 | Full redesign: all-new SGP-adjacent platform, FA20DIT turbo replaces the EJ25 turbo and moves to the CVT, first EyeSight availability on Forester | | 2015 | Standard rearview camera added across all trims; 18-in wheels become available on the 2.5i | | 2016 | New touchscreen-based infotainment interface across the lineup, with a standard 6.2-in touchscreen on the base 2.5i trim | | 2017 | Facelift: revised front/rear styling, updated infotainment, LED headlight option on Touring | | 2018 | Final year of this generation | ## 2014-2018 Subaru Forester wiper blades: common questions ### What size wiper blades does a 2014-2018 Subaru Forester take? 26 inches on the driver's side and 17 inches on the passenger's side, plus a 14-inch rear blade. ### Can you fit a longer wiper blade on a 2014-2018 Subaru Forester? Going up one inch usually clears, but it is not free: an oversized driver's blade can overlap the passenger blade at the top of the sweep, or run off the edge of the glass and chatter. The factory sizes are chosen to sweep the maximum area without contact. ### What wiper connector does a 2014-2018 Subaru Forester use? Consistent across 2014-2018 per multiple owner and parts-fitment sources.. Blade packaging lists the connector type. Match it or the adapter will not latch. ## Sources - [Wikipedia, Subaru Forester generations (SJ)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Subaru_Forester) - [subaruforester.org, 2017 Forester engine oil capacity thread (5.1 qt, FB25)](https://www.subaruforester.org/threads/2017-engine-oil-capacity.832865/) - [AMSOIL lookup, 2016 Forester 2.0L FA20F Turbo oil spec/capacity](https://www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2016/subaru/forester/2-0l-4-cyl-engine-code-fa20f-3-turbo/) - [MotorWeek, 2014 Subaru Forester review (2.0XT: 250 hp / 258 lb-ft, ~23/28 mpg)](https://motorweek.org/road_tests/2014_subaru_forester/) - [subaruforester.org, 2014 Forester 2.0XT HP and torque discussion](https://www.subaruforester.org/threads/2014-forester-2-0xt-hp-and-torque.134114/) - [turbochargersdirect.com, Subaru banjo bolt oil feed line/cylinder head connection explainer](https://turbochargersdirect.com/subaru-tsb-banjo-bolt-at-oil-feed-line-and-cylinder-head-connection/) - [NHTSA, Recall 19V701000 product campaign bulletin (WUM-98, passenger ODS sensor)](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/RCRIT-19V701-9656.pdf) - [Consumer Reports, Subaru Forester SUVs recalled for airbag deactivation risk](https://www.consumerreports.org/car-recalls-defects/subaru-forester-suvs-recalled-for-airbag-deactivation-risk/) - [classaction.org, Subaru windshield settlement given preliminary approval](https://www.classaction.org/news/subaru-windshield-settlement-given-preliminary-approval-reimbursements-extended-warranty-available) - [tirecalculatorhub.com, Subaru Forester OEM tire size guide by year](https://tirecalculatorhub.com/guides/subaru-tire-calculator) - [wiperhaus.com, Subaru Forester wiper blade size guide](https://wiperhaus.com/blogs/subaru-forester-information/2024-subaru-forester-windshield-wiper-blade-size) ## Other Subaru Forester generations - [2025-2026 Subaru Forester wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2025-2026/wipers) - [2019-2024 Subaru Forester wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2019-2024/wipers) - [2012-2013 Subaru Forester wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2012-2013/wipers) Or [compare all generations](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/wipers). ## More for the 2014-2018 Subaru Forester - [Oil & filter](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/oil) - [Battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/battery) - [Tires & wheels](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/tires) - [Air & cabin filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/filters) - [Bulbs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/bulbs) - [Brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/brakes) - [Fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/fluids) - [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/service-schedule) - [Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/common-problems) - [Oil light reset](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/oil-reset) - [Key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/key-fob-battery) - [Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/subaru/forester/2014-2018/specs) Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.